Manoir Henri IV

Henry IV would be hugely disappointed if he was to visit this magnificent former hunting lodge today. We caught sight of the fabulous looking hotel restaurant as we were passing through and decided to call in for a drink. It looked open. Glasses and meal settings on the tables outside and inside. It was Early evening Friday. We went in and up to the reception. No one to be found - staff or guests. A member of staff then came out from the shadows to inform us, in a sullen manner, that the fully stocked bar was closed. Such a shame. I do hope the hotel is still up for sale and that the new owners come in and make this the lovely and welcoming hotel restaurant it deserves. A future gem!

The building is wonderful , the rooms and bathrooms need a bit of TLC , but clean quiet and everything you need. Lights could do with higher wattage,and the curtain is as useful as a chocolate teapot for keeping the light out. The food was great as was the service but book a table , it was very busy ( 6th April ) Sadly it is a long walk to the town of Bessines and ( as far as I could see ) along a main road. Good place for a stopover as close to the A20 motorway .